research Hair cortisol concentrations in mental disorders: A systematic review
People with depression often have higher hair cortisol levels, while those with PTSD tend to have lower levels, but more research is needed to understand this fully.
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30 / 1000+ resultsresearch Mineral, trace element, and toxic metal concentration in hair from dogs with idiopathic epilepsy compared to healthy controls
Dogs with epilepsy have different hair mineral levels than healthy dogs, possibly due to epilepsy or its treatment.
research Characterizing the Individual: Hair Cortisol as a Biomarker of Mental Health and Functioning in a PhD Student Compared With a Clinical Sample
Hair cortisol levels may not reliably indicate psychological distress.
research An observational retrospective evaluation of 79 young men with long-term adverse effects after use of finasteride against androgenetic alopecia
Finasteride caused long-term sexual and non-sexual side effects in young men with hair loss.
research Optimizing Milk Safety: Applying Nuclear Techniques in X-ray Fluorescence Spectroscopy for Heavy Metal Quantification in Powdered Milk Consumed in Senegal
Powdered milk in Senegal has varying heavy metal levels, with some exceeding safety limits, needing more regulation.
research Evaluation of Metal Nanoparticles Using ICP ‐ OES in Hairs of Patients With Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia and Comparison With Control Group
FFA patients have higher metal levels in hair, possibly linked to product use.
research Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, hair, and sebum: Stress-mediated dermatologic disasters of the pandemic era
Pandemic stress worsens hair loss and skin issues, suggesting combined mental and skin care treatments.
research Metal doped keratin film standard for LA-ICP-MS determination of lead in hair samples
A new method accurately measures lead levels in hair to assess exposure.
research An Industry-Relevant Metal Mixture, Iron Status, and Reported Attention-Related Behaviors in Italian Adolescents
Exposure to certain metals may worsen attention-related behaviors in adolescents, with stronger effects in females.
research Trace Metal Studies in Bushman Hair
Bushman women have higher iron and zinc levels, while American mothers have more copper.
research Exposure to hair metals and metal-mixtures associated with blood lipids and dyslipidemia in Chinese adults: Evidence from a national cross-sectional study
Higher levels of molybdenum and lead in hair are linked to increased cholesterol and dyslipidemia risk.
research Dose-dependent valproate-induced alopecia in patients with mental disorders
Higher doses of the medication valproate can cause hair loss, which may stop when the dose is lowered or the medication is stopped.
research How does the hair-loss drug finasteride work? Can it affect my mental health?
Finasteride can help with hair loss but may cause mental health issues like depression and anxiety.
research Lead, cadmium, copper, zinc, iron, and calcium in human hair as a function of gender, age, smoking, and hair dyeing
Smokers and people with dyed hair have higher levels of certain metals in their hair.
research Copper and calcium uptake in colored hair
Hair coloring increases copper and calcium uptake, damaging hair and reducing shine.
research Children’s hair cortisol as a biomarker of stress at school: a follow-up study
Children with lower inhibitory control experience more stress when starting third grade.
research Economic disparities in parental hair cortisol are associated with externalizing behavior in children
Lower family income is linked to more stress in parents and more behavior problems in children.
research Assessment of Heavy Metals on Occupationally Exposed Workers from Hair Analysis
Workers exposed to certain jobs have higher levels of heavy metals in their hair.
research Jasmonic acid regulates plant development and orchestrates stress response during tough times
Jasmonic acid helps plants grow, defend against threats, and survive stressful conditions like drought and salt.
research Lead, Mercury, and Arsenic Poisoning Due to Topical Use of Traditional Chinese Medicines
Traditional Chinese medicines with heavy metals can cause severe poisoning.
research Potential health risk and levels of heavy metals in water resources of lead–zinc mining communities of Abakaliki, southeast Nigeria
Water near Abakaliki mines has high toxic metal levels, posing health risks.
research Goat hair as a bioindicator of environmental contaminants and adrenal activation during vertical transhumance
Goat hair shows changes in metal levels and stress when goats move from indoors to mountain pastures.
research Heavy Metals (Cadmium, Zinc, Nickel, Chrome, Lead, and Copper) Contamination in Kohl Available in Iran’s Market
Some Kohl products in Iran have concerning heavy metal levels, needing stricter regulation.
research Hair and cord blood element levels and their relationship with air pollution, dietary intake, gestational diabetes mellitus, and infant neurodevelopment
Certain elements in maternal hair are linked to higher gestational diabetes risk and lower infant mental development.
research Practical Management of Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Early diagnosis and treatment of Hidradenitis Suppurativa are important to prevent serious physical and mental effects.
research The Role of Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome in Chronic Inflammation, Psychological Health, and the Gut Microbiota State: A Case Report
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) can cause chronic inflammation, mental health issues, and changes in gut bacteria, but a holistic lifestyle change can significantly improve these conditions.
research 5-alpha reductase inhibitors: New evidences on benefits and harms beyond benign prostatic hyperplasia
5-alpha reductase inhibitors may have additional effects on cancer, mental health, heart health, and hormone levels beyond treating prostate enlargement.
research Thallium - poisoner’s poison: An overview and review of current knowledge on the toxicological effects and mechanisms
Thallium is highly toxic, causing severe health issues, and Prussian blue is the best antidote.
research The impact of COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown on chronic stress assessed by hair cortisol analysis via LC-MS/MS
Chronic stress increased after lockdown, especially in young adults and females.
research Association of DNA damage with vitamin D and hair heavy metals of obese women
Adequate vitamin D might lower, and high hair chromium might increase DNA damage in obese women.